The controversial concept of oral delivery of interferon (IFN) is reviewed in relation to possible mechanisms of action. Although there is a rational basis and some positive clinical results for believing that it may work, problems remain to understand which is the most effective IFN preparation and why. Owing to a minimal cost and lack of toxicity, the oral as well as other unconventional routes of IFN delivery deserve to be evaluated because they may become useful.
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